Which place is cheaper, Johor Bahru or Paphos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Paphos or Johor Bahru?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Johor Bahru, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Paphos or Johor Bahru?
Paphos
Located on the southwestern tip of Cyprus, Paphos has many different archaeological sights and it is renowned as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The town is situated between the coast and the Troodos Mountains and it has grown in recent years as a tourist destination. As such, the local government has made efforts to improve the quality of the tourism infrastructure including investing in hotels, restaurants and transportation. There is also a commercial center to the city as well as a newly built "promenade" that travels from the marina along a long coastal path. This route offers excellent views, especially during the morning or evening hours when the sun is low.
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru is the capital of the state of Johor in Southern Malaysia. Though it is largely industrial and does not typically cater to tourists, especially compared to the grandeur of neighboring Singapore, the city does have some opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Malaysia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Malaysia.
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Paphos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €125Johor Bahru €57
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in Johor Bahru is €57. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Paphos and Johor Bahru in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Johor Bahru €36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Johor Bahru €72
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Johor Bahru
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Johor Bahru? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Paphos Hotel Prices and Johor Bahru Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Johor Bahru €11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Blue Lagoon Boat Adventure with Bus Transfer: $34
- Blue Lagoon cruise: giant slide & Paphos hotel transfers: $34
- Blue Lagoon Boat Adventure with Bus Transfer from Paphos: $37
- Famous Blue Lagoon Sunset Cruise with transfer: $40
- Paphos Blue Lagoon Cruise: Water Slide & Hotel Transfer: $40
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport (PFO) to Limassol Port: $58
- Private Transfer from Paphos city hotels to Limassol Cruise Port: $58
- Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $85
- Ocean Vision: Show & Dance Night with buffet, open bar & transfer: $94
- CO2-Offset Private Car Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Polis: $98
- CO2-Offset Transfer from Paphos Airport to Limassol City by Van: $134
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer Paphos Airport PFO to Nicosia City: $206
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johor Bahru
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johor Bahru:
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Genting Highlands Transfer [Van]: $87
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur Transfer [Van]: $74
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Kuantan Transfer [Car]: $285
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Malacca Transfer [Car]: $161
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Taman Negara Transfer [Van]: $110
- Johor Bahru City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City Hotels One-way Transfer: $105
- Johor Bahru City to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $105
- Johor Bahru City to Kuala Lumpur International Airport One-way Transfer: $105
- Johor Bahru to Cameron Highland Hotels (Door to Door) Private Transfer: $235
- Johor Bahru to Genting Highlands Hotels (Door to Door) Private Transfer: $180
- Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur Airport 1-way Transfer: $125
- Johor Bahru to Mersing jetty Private Transfer: $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Johor Bahru?
Prices for flights to both Johor Bahru and Paphos change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayPaphos €65Johor Bahru €14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.
- From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $67
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $78
- Cyprus Food Tour: Old Town of Paphos, Cypriot Dishes and Drinks: $80
- Moussaka Cooking Class at a Wine Village Villa in Paphos: $224
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Johor Bahru
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Johor Bahru.
- Singapore: Christmas Dinner Cruise with 7 Course XMAS Menu: $253
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Johor Bahru €6.96
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise with fun slide: $21
- Pafos Zoo Ticket: $22
- The Yellow Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise Swim & Snorkel: $23
- FROM 1.5 HRS Glass Bottom Boat Cruise with swimming: $23
- Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour: $30
- Nafsika II Half Day Cruise Swimming to blue lagoon water slide: $30
- From Limassol Experience: $32
- Swim Cruise with Turtle Watching, Drinks & Aperol: $40
- Yellow Submarine Swim Cruise with Unlimited Drinks: $40
- Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide From Paphos: $42
- Paphos Yellow Submarine Cruise with Swimming and Drinks: $42
- Swim Cruise with Turtle Watching, Drinks & Aperol Spritz: $42
Tours and Activities in Johor Bahru
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johor Bahru are as follows:
- Sentosa Magical Island Adventure Pass: $6.30
- Firefly Tour Johor Bahru@Kota Tinggi Firefly Park: $6.62
- Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $11
- Wings of Time Admission Ticket: $14
- Seletar Indigenous & Fish Farm Tour: $17
- Singapore: Wings of Time Show Entry Ticket: $17
- Malaysia: Johor Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast Entry Ticket: $19
- Adventure Waterpark Ticket Desaru Coast: $19
- DaVinci & The Wheel of Time - Cinematic Walkthrough VR Experience: $19
- Johor: LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort Entry Ticket: $21
- Singapore Sentosa Cable Car Sky Pass E-Tickets: $21
- Wings of Time Fireworks Symphony Tickets: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Johor Bahru €4.54
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- From Troodos Mountains & Villages Free Wine Tasting: $62
- Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $69
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $74
- Paphos Hills: Boutique Wine Tour & Scenic Escape - 4+ Guests: $132
- Troodos Mountains Vino Venture: All Inclusive Full Day Wine Tour: $140
- Paphos Half Day-Free Wine Tasting- Max 7p Group -Full A/C: $572
- Troodos Mountains -Free Wine Tasting- Max 7p Group -Full A/C: $572
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Johor Bahru, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Johor Bahru much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Johor Bahru is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Johor Bahru would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Johor Bahru and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Paphos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paphos than you might in Johor Bahru.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Johor Bahru Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Johor Bahru?
Johor Bahru has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Johor Bahru, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.